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202117 minPGdoc-short

Homegoing

202117 minPGdoc-short

A Korean couple in the United States navigates feelings of disconnection and a search for belonging during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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A Korean couple in the United States navigates feelings of disconnection and a search for belonging during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Yeon Parkdirector

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A Korean couple in the United States struggles to navigate daily life during the Covid-19 pandemic. As they lose track of time and place, they confront feelings of disconnection and a sense of unreality. Directed by Yeon Park, Homegoing captures their search for a sense of belonging as they grapple with the concept of home in a changed world. The film runs for 17 minutes and was released in 2021.

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